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$179+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque (RAP - ABQ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — ABQ
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Sun 2/23
Sun 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$498
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$453
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/43:40 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/67:00 amABQ - RAP
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/17$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/311:49 amRAP - ABQ
2 stops11h 24mDelta
Fri 3/712:45 pmABQ - RAP
2 stops9h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/18$914

Find flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 18, 2025.

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Rapid City

Fly to

Albuquerque

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityAlbuquerque

RAP - ABQ

RAPABQ

Rapid City

Wed 6/4

3:40 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Albuquerque

Fri 6/6

7:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$498

Rapid CityAlbuquerque

RAP - ABQ

RAPABQ

Rapid City

Mon 3/3

11:49 am-11:13 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Albuquerque

Fri 3/7

12:45 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$914

Rapid CityAlbuquerque

RAP - ABQ

RAPABQ

Rapid City

Tue 4/8

12:26 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$179

Rapid CityAlbuquerque

RAP - ABQ

RAPABQ

Rapid City

Sat 4/5

11:45 am-10:46 pm

2 stops11h 01m

$184

Rapid CityAlbuquerque

RAP - ABQ

RAPABQ

Rapid City

Sat 4/5

3:43 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$214

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Deals found on 2/18

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rapid City to Albuquerque in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Albuquerque flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-Albuquerque flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-Albuquerque flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rapid City-Albuquerque flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Rainfall in Albuquerque by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Albuquerque ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Albuquerque when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Albuquerque by month

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Albuquerque, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Albuquerque

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albuquerque. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Albuquerque. Reviews last updated February 18, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,779 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to Albuquerque round-trip?

    Currently priced at $498, United Airlines will fly you from Rapid City to Albuquerque and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $914.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to Albuquerque one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $179. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Rapid City to Albuquerque for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rapid City to Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Albuquerque by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to Albuquerque?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Albuquerque (average of $344). Flying from Rapid City to Albuquerque in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Rapid City to Albuquerque

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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